Washington Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin tore the patellar tendon in his left knee and will miss the rest of the season, coach Dan Quinn said. McLaurin suffered the injury late in the first quarter of Monday's 23-17 loss at San Francisco, when he was hurt while cutting on a route. The play ended with a sack of quarterback Jayden Daniels.
The 31-year-old leads Washington with 230 yards receiving on 15 receptions, and he finished with one catch for 27 yards on Monday. Quinn praised his impact on and off the field. "Man, he brings a lot on and off the field," Quinn said. "It's a big hit, and we'll lean on a number of guys."
McLaurin has been the emotional engine of Washington's offense since joining the team as a third-round pick in 2019 and was named a captain this season. He became a fan favorite during a turbulent period for the franchise, and he had five consecutive 1,000-yard seasons from 2020 to 2024. He also missed seven games in 2025, ending a streak of 72 consecutive games played.
His future with the Commanders is now uncertain. He signed a three-year extension in 2025 that allows Washington to release him after the season or restructure the deal. Otherwise, he would count $34 million against the salary cap, and $39.5 million in 2028. If he is released, Washington would save approximately $8.5 million on the cap next year. In his absence, the team can turn to Treylon Burks, Dyami Brown and rookie Antonio Williams, with Stefon Diggs having started opposite McLaurin.
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